Thursday, May 4, 2017

Whatsapp admin responsible for users say

WhatsApp group admins could find themselves in trouble with the law in Malaysia, if the people in their groups spread fake news over the popular chat app.

Malaysia's Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 prohibits the spread of false information, defamation, incitement, fraud, and spreading official secrets. 

Admins may be "called to assist with investigations," said Johari.
Those found allowing false information to be spread will face punishment, he said, adding that group admins should be a "gatekeeper to filter news before sharing."

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